Heart Smart
Author : Smartypants Romance
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 36,71 MB
Release : 2021-03-02
Category :
ISBN : 9781949202397
Heart Smart for Women
Author : Jennifer H. Mieres MD
Publisher :
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 42,18 MB
Release : 2018-01-23
Category :
ISBN : 9780692063194
Book Description
Heart Smart for Women, Six S.T.E.P.S. in Six Weeks to Heart-Healthy Living equips women of all ages with a comprehensive program for heart-healthy living. This book is a call to action for women everywhere and the message is a positive one: Heart disease is preventable! Leading cardiologists, Drs. Jennifer Mieres and Stacey Rosen simplify complex medical content with clear illustrations, real patient stories, and a practical step by step approach to living your most heart healthy life. Good health is not a given. It is something we must work for by taking control of our lives and putting ourselves first. More than 90 percent of all women have one or more risk factors of heart disease, and more than 44 million women living in the United States about a third of the female population suffer from some form of it. However, every one has the opportunity to live well and conquer it. Heart Smart for Women offers a complete roadmap for women of all ages on their journey to heart-healthy living. It details the workings of the healthy heart and the diseased heart, and provides the necessary vocabulary for ensuring that women are equipped to have meaningful communication with their physicians. The book includes an assessment of personal risk factors, a clear, step by step program to begin or advance an exercise routine, ways to ensure that your kitchen and pantry are stocked with heart healthy foods, tips for dining at home and in restaurants and suggestions for how to form and maintain a true partnership with your doctor.
Be Heart Smart
Author : Waqar Khan
Publisher : National Geographic Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,99 MB
Release : 2021-02-02
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1578268907
Book Description
IF YOU HAVE CORONARY HEART DISEASE THIS BOOK COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE Coronary heart disease (CHD) takes the lives of 17 million people every year. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with CHD or suffered a heart attack, there are still ways to live a long, heart-healthy life. In this definitive guide to CHD, cardiologist Waqar Khan, MD, MPH, answers common questions and provides easy-to-follow advice for preventing heart attacks and keeping your heart in tip-top shape. Using real-life patient stories and the latest evidence-based science, BE HEART SMART: • Explains what CHD is and how it affects the body • Explores the root causes and risk factors for CHD • Describes the different types of heart attacks and their warning signs • Walks you through the tests used to diagnose coronary problems • Discusses the medications prescribed to combat CHD, including their side effects • Reveals the latest advancements in surgical and non-surgical interventions Written in easy-to-understand language, BE HEART SMART helps you better under-stand CHD and gives you the knowledge you need to take charge of your heart health. It’s just like having your own personal cardiologist on call!
Eat Smart for a Healthy Heart Cookbook
Author : Denton A. Cooley
Publisher : Barron's Educational Series
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 50,39 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9780812057454
Book Description
Menus and individual recipes include information on calories, carbohydrate, protein, fat, cholesterol, saturated fat, sodium, potassium, calcium, iron, and fiber content. Recipes also include exchange information for use in weight control and diabetes mana gement. Exchange patterns ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 calories; tips for decreasing fat, sodium, and sugar, and for increasing fiber; a medical glossary; and a subject index are provided.
Smart at Heart
Author : Dr. Malissa Wood
Publisher : Celestial Arts
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 16,2 MB
Release : 2011-12-27
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 158761281X
Book Description
A breakthrough mind-body program to build a strong, healthy, and happy heart, for women at risk for or diagnosed with heart disease, from the Harvard-trained cardiologist behind the Women’s Heart Health Program at Massachusetts General Hospital. Heart disease is the number-one killer of American women, and prevention and healing require integrative approaches to address the whole heart—physical, emotional, and spiritual. Smart at Heart’s holistic program includes strategies to improve heart health by addressing ten bridges that link the physical and emotional hearts, including the mental health, relationship, and communication bridges. This book guides readers through evaluating their current state of physical and emotional health and then empowers them with solutions to strengthen each bridge to create a healthy, whole heart.
Heart Smart
Author : Matthew S. DeVane
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 42,58 MB
Release : 2006-02-02
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0471775541
Book Description
"This is an important book addressing key health considerations relevant to every family in America. I urge every adult to read Heart Smart and every cardiologist's office to stock it and recommend it to their patients." --From the Foreword by James Rippe, M.D. coauthor of Weight Watchers Weight Loss That Lasts "Dr. DeVane has written an owner's manual for the heart that everyone should read. In Heart Smart, Dr. DeVane interprets the latest research studies and explains in simple terms how they should be applied to improve your cardiac health. He gives the inside scoop on cutting-edge heart tests and tells you which ones you should insist your doctors order. If you are looking to take control of your heart health, Heart Smart is the book for you." --Byron K. Lee, M.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine University of California, San Francisco, Division of Cardiology "Dr. DeVane has somehow managed to summarize the most up-to-date cardiac preventive measures in the medical literature in a concise, easy-to-read guide. Our jobs will be easier and our patients' lives healthier if those at risk take the time to read Dr. DeVane's enlightening book." --Lisa Saff-Koche, M.D., Director of Tampa General Hospital; Cardiac Rehabilitation and Cardiovascular Prevention Specialist at Florida Cardiovascular Institute "Heart Smart should be read by anyone who has been diagnosed with heart disease as well as those who want to prevent it. The book is written in a down- to-earth style that any reader can easily understand. I highly recommend it!" --Neal White, M.D., Director of Invasive and Interventional Cardiology at the Bay Area Heart Institute
Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum's Heart Book
Author : Suzanne Steinbaum
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 19,2 MB
Release : 2013-01-24
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1101599928
Book Description
In the tradition of Christiane Northrup, a renowned cardiologist integrates emotional and physical well-being in a revolutionary new approach to women’s heart health. As a cardiologist with a specialization in women’s heart disease, Dr. Steinbaum has helped thousands of patients resolve their heart issues, and aims to do the same for readers in her inspirational book that will change the way we think about heart health. She guides readers through the risk factors of heart disease, from the traditional physical benchmarks like weight, cholesterol, and blood pressure, to lifestyle habits, emotional awareness, and even the way she sees herself in the mirror—and in the world. In Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum’s Heart Book, readers are shown clear, easy steps on how to maximize heart health. This is a life book that will teach women how to regain control over all aspects of their busy lives, including how to finally achieve: A heart-healthy diet Heart-supportive exercise Heart-enhancing stress management Heart-filling relationships A sound night’s sleep A more satisfying sex life A calm, focused mind A deep level of self care And much, much more. Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum's Heart Book strives to bring forth a new approach to heart-centered healing so that readers everywhere may experience a fulfilling life of health and happiness.
Heart, Smarts, Guts, and Luck
Author : Anthony K. Tjan
Publisher : Harvard Business Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 13,22 MB
Release : 2012
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1422161943
Book Description
Examines the traits that define most people who achieve success, heart, smarts, guts, and luck, and helps readers to determine which traits they possess.
Best Practices for a Healthy Heart
Author : Sarah Samaan
Publisher : The Experiment
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 10,96 MB
Release : 2012-06-05
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1615190473
Book Description
"This book acts as a guide to the "best practices" for optimal heart health, serving as a resource for patients diagnosed with or aiming to prevent heart disease. In it, Dr. Samaan provides advice on diet, supplements and alternative medicine, the effects of caffeine and alcohol, stress management, and more"--
Heart Smart
Author : Well-Being Publishing
Publisher : eBookIt.com
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 38,30 MB
Release : 2024-06-10
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1456652125
Book Description
Embark on a Heart-Healthy Journey Tailored for Women Imagine unlocking the secrets of cardiovascular well-being with a guide designed specifically for the unique heart health needs of women. "Heart Smart: The Women's Guide to Heart Health and Stroke Prevention" is a beacon of hope and a source of empowerment in the realm of female heart health. Crafted with compassion and expertise, this book navigates you through the intricate landscape of heart disease and stroke–a reality often overlooked when it comes to women's health. In this comprehensive guide, you'll begin by understanding the silent epidemic of heart disease, exploring risk factors that are exclusive to women and uncovering symptoms that should never be ignored. A deep dive into the anatomy of the female cardiovascular system sheds light on how heart disease unfolds over the years, providing crucial knowledge for every woman to have at her fingertips. The threat of stroke, often referred to as a silent killer, is a focal point of your journey. Learn to recognize the vital signs and respond swiftly using the FAST protocol–an essential skill that could mean the difference between life and enduring disability. Discover the array of risk factors under your control, such as smoking, diabetes, cholesterol management, and more. At the same time, understand those you cannot influence, and find the strength to make informed decisions about your health and future. Revel in the knowledge shared on creating a heart-smart diet, and embrace fitness routines that endorse a robust heart–all while managing stress and nurturing your mental well-being. Equipped with stirring stories of strength and survival alongside a wealth of heart health resources, recipes, and exercise guides, "Heart Smart" is more than just a book. It's an enduring companion that paves the path to a vigorous, heart-smart lifestyle. Let your heart lead you to a book that could very well save your life or the life of a woman you love.
